CVE-2005-4444

Name: CVE-2005-4444
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-12-21T02:03:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.16%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-4444 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the trace message functionality in Pegasus Mail 4.21a through 4.21c and 4.30PB1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long POP3 reply.. EPSS estimates a 3.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the trace message functionality in Pegasus Mail 4.21a through 4.21c and 4.30PB1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long POP3 reply.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.16%

86.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
David Harris	Pegasus Mail	4.21a
David Harris	Pegasus Mail	4.21b
David Harris	Pegasus Mail	4.21c
David Harris	Pegasus Mail	4.30pb1

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/17992Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2005-61/advisory/Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1015385
http://www.osvdb.org/21842
http://www.pmail.com/newsflash.htm#secuniaPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/419908/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15973
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/3004Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/17992Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2005-61/advisory/Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1015385
http://www.osvdb.org/21842
http://www.pmail.com/newsflash.htm#secuniaPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/419908/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15973
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/3004Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 21, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-4444?

Stack-based buffer overflow in the trace message functionality in Pegasus Mail 4.21a through 4.21c and 4.30PB1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long POP3 reply.

How severe is CVE-2005-4444?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-4444 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4444?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-4444?

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Source: NVD / NIST